In Virginia, an emissions test is required for many original registrations. An emissions inspection must be done every two years in Burke, VA. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will send vehicle owners renewal notices and the date the emissions test has to be completed.
Vehicles Subject to an Emissions Inspection Test
Cars, trucks, motor homes or RVs (recreational vehicle) are subject to an emissions test when:
- A 1983 vehicle model or less (25 years older than the calendar year).
- A diesel vehicle that is 1997 or newer which carries passengers or property.
- Registered in the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and Stafford and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax, Falls Church, Manassas, and Manassas Park.
- A vehicle with a manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating up to 8500 pounds and runs on diesel.
Vehicles Exempt from Emissions Testing
- 1983 model or older
- New vehicle or the first registration provided by the manufacturer’s certificate or origin is attached
- Hybrid vehicles
- Powered by clean fuel
- Diesel vehicle
- 25 years or older powered by gasoline
Fee for Emissions Testing
The maximum emissions inspection in Burke, VA fee is $28 and is valid for two years. If the vehicle would happen to fail the inspection, it is eligible for ONE FREE retest when you take it back to the initial Burke, VA emissions inspection station within 14 calendar days of the original emissions inspection.
Emissions Inspection Stations
You can take your vehicle to any authorized emissions inspection station licensed by the State of Virginia. An authorized emissions inspection station will have an official sign issued by the DMV displayed along with the test standards and maximum fees.
Failed Emissions Test
You must have your vehicle repaired, and it must pass another emissions inspection test if it didn’t pass the original test in Burke, VA. If the amount of the repairs exceeds $815, you might be able to get a waiver. To qualify for a waiver, the repair work needs to be done at a DEQ certified repair center in Burke, VA and by a DEQ certified technician. To request a waiver, contact your DMV Emissions Test Facility.
